Description
The WEINERT Multimode Fiber Optic Switch is designed for reliable optical signal routing in multimode fiber systems used in industrial automation, optical networking, sensing, metrology, transportation, and scientific instrumentation. Its patented micro-mechanical and micro-optical architecture delivers low insertion loss, fast switching speeds, and stable long-term performance across a broad wavelength range.
Unlike singlemode fiber optic switches, which are optimized for long-distance, low-dispersion transmission in telecom and high-precision optical communication networks, the WEINERT Multimode Fiber Optic Switch is designed for short-to-medium range optical systems where high optical throughput, flexible signal distribution, and broad wavelength compatibility are essential. Multimode fiber systems support multiple propagation modes within the fiber core, making them well-suited for industrial automation, optical sensing, metrology, and laboratory instrumentation applications where signal routing flexibility and system integration are more critical than long-haul transmission performance. This makes the multimode FiberSwitch particularly effective in environments such as factory automation, optical test platforms, spectroscopy setups, and integrated photonics systems, where reliable switching between multiple optical paths must be maintained under dynamic and high-throughput operating conditions.
Multimode Fiber Switching for Industrial and Optical Systems
Multimode fiber optic switches are widely used in industrial and short-range optical communication systems where high optical throughput, flexible routing, and broad wavelength compatibility are required. These switches enable efficient optical path selection and signal management in factory automation, sensing, metrology, transportation, and laboratory photonics applications.
Broad Spectral Compatibility
The switch supports a wide wavelength range from ultraviolet to infrared (200–2200 nm), making it suitable for broadband photonics, spectroscopy, sensing, metrology, and scientific instrumentation applications.
Multimode Fiber Optic Switch for Optical Networking | WEINERT
Specifications
| Number Of Ports: | 1 – 16 |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range: | 200 – 2200 nm |
| Insertion Loss (typical): | 0.7 dB |
| Return Loss: | Not Specified |
| Crosstalk: | >= 60 dB |
| Repeatability: | <= 0.03 dB |
| Switching Times: | <= 5 ms |
| Switching Frequency: | 0.001 to 50 Hz |
| Operating Temperature: | 0 to +60 degC |
| Guaranteed Lifetime: | > 1 billion cycles |
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Features
- Minimal insertion loss
- Customizable fiber, core sizes from 50um to 1mm tailored on a per-wavelength basis.
- Consistent repeatability
- High optical isolation
- Broad spectral range coverage
- Rapid switching capabilities, as quick as 2.0ms
- Durable, compact metal construction
- Versatile housing options (compact with pigtails, table top, or 19" rack mounts)
- In-house optical connectorization
- Energy-efficient
- Integrated microcontroller with multiple electrical interfaces
Applications
- Factory Automation: Supports optical signal routing and sensing in automated manufacturing and industrial control systems.
- Optical Metrology: Enables precise optical channel switching in measurement, inspection, and spectroscopy systems.
- Transportation: Suitable for optical communication and sensing infrastructure used in transportation and rail systems.
- Healthcare: Supports optical instrumentation and medical photonics applications requiring reliable multimode signal switching.
- Energy & Infrastructure: Enables monitoring and optical communication within industrial infrastructure and energy systems.
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